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Cavan Macra welcomes new CAP female farmers investment scheme

Oct 30, 2021 10:18 By News Northern Sound
Cavan Macra welcomes new CAP female farmers investment scheme
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Minister Charlie McConalogue visited Ballyjamesduff Mart on Tuesday.

A Cavan Macra representative says the focus on women in farming in the new CAP announcement is "really excellent".

Female farmers are to be supported through an on-farm investment scheme, with a higher rate of grant aid.

For 2023 to 2027 TAMS will be made up of two funding levels, with the 60 per cent rate ring fenced for women in agriculture.

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Speaking after Minister Charlie McConalogue visited Ballyjamesduff Mart for a CAP Consultation event, former Macra na Feirme President Thomas Duffy said it's an important step.

 

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